Uganda Breweries Limited

Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), established in July 1946, is Uganda’s pioneering and leading premium adult beverage company. Headquartered in Port Bell, Luzira, Kampala, UBL is a subsidiary of East African Breweries Limited (EABL), which holds a 98.2% stake. EABL itself is majority-owned by the global beverage giant Diageo

📜 Historical Overview

• 1946: UBL was registered, becoming Uganda’s first brewery.

• 1950: Launched its flagship product, Bell Lager.

• 1959: EABL acquired an interest in UBL, marking the beginning of regional expansion.

• 1970s: Under the “Nakivubo Declaration,” the Ugandan government nationalized UBL.

• 1984: EABL regained control of UBL.

• 1999: UBL acquired Uganda Distillers Limited, gaining the license to produce Uganda Waragi.

• 2012: UBL became an affiliate of Diageo Plc

🍺 Product Portfolio

UBL boasts a diverse range of over 50 products, catering to various consumer preferences:

• Beers: Bell Lager, Pilsner Lager, Tusker Cider, Senator Extra Lager.

• Spirits: Uganda Waragi, Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Baileys, Gordon’s Gin, Captain Morgan.

• Non-Alcoholic: Alvaro, a natural malt drink introduced in 2007 .

🌍 Operations and Capacity

UBL operates a state-of-the-art brewery in Luzira, Kampala, with a production capacity exceeding 1.2 million hectolitres annually. Significant investments have been made to enhance production and sustainability, including a UGX 39.9 billion production line and an effluent treatment plant to manage industrial waste responsibly .

🌱 Sustainability and Community Engagement

UBL is committed to sustainable practices and community development:

• Water for Life: Initiatives to provide clean water and improve sanitation in communities.

• Skills for Life: Programs aimed at enhancing employability and entrepreneurship.

• Local Raw Materials: Sourcing ingredients locally to support Ugandan farmers.

• Environmental Conservation: Efforts in reforestation and reducing carbon footprint

👥 Workforce and Culture

With over 1,000 direct and indirect employees, UBL emphasizes diversity and inclusion. The company invests in employee development through structured training programs and leadership development schemes, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation

🏆 Awards and Recognition

• Bell Lager: Recipient of multiple Monde Selection Quality Awards.

• Employer of Choice: Recognized among the top employers in Uganda.

• Export Excellence: Winner of the Silver President’s Export Award in 2006

  📍 Physical Address

  Uganda Breweries Limited
  Plot 3–17, Port Bell Road
  P.O. Box 7130
  Kampala, Uganda

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  📞 Telephone Contacts

  • +256 (0) 312 210011

  • +256 (0) 414 311397

  • +256 (0) 414 311000

  For sales inquiries, you can call the toll-free number: 0800 200099

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  📧 Email Contacts

  • General inquiries: contact@ugandabreweries.com

  • Sales inquiries: Salesubl@diageo.com